1990 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen 541 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escort | 541 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
